Remote and On-Site Public Relations ExpertiseThe CNYRIC'se-Communications Support Service provides schools with remote and on-site communications expertise. The service aims to help district administrators deliver transparent, timely, and accurate information to community stakeholders through a multitude of digital outlets. From website and mobile app management, to e-news production and social media leadership, this service can be customized to support the unique needs of a district.

Website Design and DevelopmentWebsites are a reflection of a school district’s culture and the go to resource for community stakeholders. Our award-winningWebsite Design Service provides districts with a customized, user-friendly, and modern website driven by dynamic data. Individual pages for teachers, departments, offices or any other group within the district are easily created and maintained by the district. Additionally, our website design team is available for hands-on training, as well as phone and email support. All CNYRIC-designed websites include access to EdEmailer, a paperless e-newsletter and e-flyer system.

Tap into Mobile Apps
With parents and community members increasingly on the go, it is important that districts provide information in a format that works well on the latest mobile devices. The CNYRIC collaborates with SchoolMessenger and ParentLink to create custom mobile apps for districts. The apps are free for community members to download for Apple iOS and Android devices.

Digital Signage
The Digital Signage service supports mounted, digital displays that showcase school district events, news, social media, and more. The platform is 100% cloud-based and requires no district server equipment. Design of display presentation templates is provided by the CNYRIC, and content is uploaded dynamically from a variety of sources. District is responsible for mounting the display and maintaining any devices and network components utilized.

Grow Awareness with e-News
Strengthen community relations and increase awareness through the production and distribution of district e-news. We’ll work with district personnel to build a framework for sustainable content creation and help implement best practices to ensure success.

Social Media in School Districts
Knowing where to start in the social media realm can be overwhelming. Our social media support provides school leaders with the tools to build a successful online district presence. The CNYRIC will guide school leaders toward easily and safely engaging with their school community. If used wisely and regularly, social media has great potential for parents, students, teachers, and administrators.

Emergency CommunicationQuickly communicate important information with parents via SchoolMessenger Complete, a parent notification service for voice, text, email and social media messages. The service offers fast calling speeds with no restriction on call length. Messages can be sent to home, work, mobile devices, email and SMS text messages.